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Kevin Dowsett, Artistic Director of Theatretrain, reflects on the incredible journey of former students who are now making waves in the performing arts. In this blog, Taking the Lead, he celebrates Megan Ellis, an ex-student from Northampton Theatretrain, who is stepping into the lead role in the world premiere of…
When parents think of enrolling their children in a performing arts school, they often picture their kids singing, dancing, and acting on stage. While that’s certainly a big part of the Theatretrain experience, there’s something even more valuable happening behind the scenes: the creation of deep, long-lasting friendships and the…
In this blog, Theatretrain Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett reflects on his early experiences at the Curtain Theatre, where he directed a young Catherine Tate in her first significant roles. From her powerful performance in Street Scene to her versatility in various characters at his youth theatre, Catherine’s talent was evident…
As parents, we want to protect our children from failure, but deep down, we know that experiencing failure is an essential part of growing up. It’s how children learn resilience, adapt to new challenges, and ultimately grow stronger. At Theatretrain, we embrace failure as part of the learning process –…
In his latest blog, Theatretrain Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett reflects on a chance encounter with a charismatic barker at the seaside. Using this experience, Kevin explores how the art of persuasion can be seen as a performance in itself. He draws parallels between Juanito's creative approach and the transformative power…
As parents, we all want our children to understand the value of commitment, responsibility, and being part of something bigger than themselves. In today’s fast-paced world, where distractions are everywhere and attention spans can be short, it’s more important than ever to teach children how to stay focused and be…
Last week, Theatretrain's Artistic Director Kevin Dowsett was in Crete for the Greek Day of Independence. The streets were filled with anticipation as locals gathered for the parade. The event showcased national pride, with adults and children in traditional costumes marching alongside school groups. Stirring music set the tone, as…
When you think of the performing arts, you probably picture children expressing themselves on stage – singing, dancing, and acting with passion. But at Theatretrain, we believe in much more than just performance. We know that the skills your child gains in our classes can unlock their creative potential and…
When parents think about performing arts classes, they often imagine their children dancing, singing, and acting on stage, shining in the spotlight. While that’s certainly part of the magic at Theatretrain, what many parents don’t realise is that the real magic happens behind the scenes – in the life skills…
At Theatretrain, every child’s journey through acting, singing, and dancing culminates in one of the most exciting experiences they’ll ever have—the thrill of a live performance on a real stage. This is the moment when all of the hard work, creativity, and skill-building comes together, giving students the opportunity to…
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